Painting ceramic wall tiles can be tricky, as conventional paints won’t stick well to unprimed surfaces. Without the right preparation, your finish can easily chip or peel, but with Zinsser, you can transform tiles with ease. In this guide, we’ll walk you through our method on how to paint tiles.
Whether you’re updating kitchen tiles or bathroom tiles, Zinsser products provide the perfect solution for repainting tiled surfaces.
Ensure the surface is free from any contaminants and anything that could interfere with adhesion. Degrease overall with Zinsser Universal Degreaser and Cleaner frequently changing the cloth. Rinse thoroughly with clean water to remove all residues.
Remove all visible signs of organic growth and treat the interior areas with Zinsser Mould Killer & Remover in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Treat exterior mould with a proprietary mould killer and remover in accordance with manufacturers instructions. Allow to dry.
Prime all bare ceramic tiles with one full coat of Bulls Eye® 1-2-3 or B-I-N® AQUA in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Allow a minimum drying time of 1 hour for Bulls Eye® 1-2-3 or 45 minutes for B-I-N® AQUA in normal drying conditions.
For interior projects decorate with two full coats of PermaWhite Interior Satin or Matt in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
PermaWhite is mould-resistant as it contains a biocide to protect against fungal degredation, making it ideal for tiles in kitchens, bathrooms and areas with poor ventilation. PermaWhite produces a tough, durable, washable finish that withstands moisture and resists dirt pickup too.
For exterior projects apply two full coats of AllCoat Exterior Satin, Matt or Gloss. Allow a minimum drying time of one hour between coats.
No, we do not recommend painting areas to be subjected to foot traffic.
Yes. Prime first with Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 and topcoat with mould-resistant paint PermaWhite.
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